Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Introduction to the verb approprier

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to appropriate; Pronunciation: ah-pro-pree-yey

The verb “approprier” comes from the Old French word “aproprier” which means “to appropriate” or “to make one’s own.” In everyday French, “approprier” is often used to express the idea of taking possession of something, adapting something to one’s needs, or making something suitable or fitting.

Examples:

  1. Je vais m’approprier ce nouvel espace de travail. (I am going to appropriate this new workspace.)
  2. Elle s’est approprié la chanson et l’a transformée en quelque chose d’unique. (She appropriated the song and transformed it into something unique.)
  3. Les designers ont réussi à s’approprier les tendances actuelles dans leurs créations. (The designers managed to appropriate the current trends in their creations.)

Approprier – About the French Present Tense

The French present tense, also known as “le présent,” is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or for actions that are habitual, general truths, or that will occur in the near future. It’s the most basic and common tense in French.

To take a deep dive into all the French tenses then see our article on Mastering French Tense Conjugation.

Common Everyday Usage Patterns For Le Present

1. Describing Actions in the Present: The present tense is used to describe actions happening right now or at the moment of speaking. For example: “Je parle avec mon ami” (I am talking to my friend).
2. Expressing Habits and Routines: The present tense is used to talk about habitual actions or routines. For example: “Je travaille tous les jours” (I work every day).
3. Stating General Truths: The present tense is used to express general truths or facts. For example: “La Terre tourne autour du soleil” (The Earth orbits around the sun).
4. Talking about Near Future: The present tense can be used to express future actions that are very imminent or part of a planned schedule. For example: “Je pars demain matin” (I am leaving tomorrow morning).

Interactions with Other Tenses

Present vs. Future Tense: In some cases, the French present tense can be used to express the future when the context makes it clear that the action is imminent. However, for actions further in the future or less certain, the future tense is typically used.
Present vs. Past Tenses: To describe actions that occurred in the past, you would use the past tenses like the passé composé (compound past) or the imparfait (imperfect). The choice between these past tenses depends on the specific aspect and circumstances of the past action.
Present vs. Conditional Tense: The conditional tense is used to express actions that are dependent on a condition. If a condition is met, the action may happen. The present tense is used for actions in the present, while the conditional is used for hypothetical or future actions based on conditions.
Present vs. Imperative: The imperative mood is used to give commands or make requests. The present tense is used for general statements, and the imperative is used for direct orders or requests.
Understanding the French present tense and its interactions with other tenses is crucial for effective communication in French. Without it, you cannot become proficient!

Table of the Present Tense Conjugation of approprier

Pronoun Conjugation Short Example English Translation
Je m’approprie Je m’approprie de nouvelles compétences. I am acquiring new skills.
Tu t’appropries Tu t’appropries cette œuvre d’art. You are appropriating this artwork.
Il s’approprie Il s’approprie une nouvelle identité. He is taking on a new identity.
Elle s’approprie Elle s’approprie la situation. She is taking control of the situation.
On s’approprie On s’approprie cette chanson. We are appropriating this song.
Nous nous approprions Nous nous approprions de nouvelles idées. We are appropriating new ideas.
Vous vous appropriez Vous vous appropriez cette culture. You are appropriating this culture.
Ils s’approprient Ils s’approprient les ressources naturelles. They are appropriating natural resources.
Elles s’approprient Elles s’approprient cette propriété. They are taking ownership of this property.

Other Conjugations for Approprier.

Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb approprier (You’re reading it right now!)

Imparfait (Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Passé Simple (Simple Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Passé Composé (Present Perfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Futur Simple (Simple Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Futur Proche (Near Future) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Plus-que-parfait (Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Passé Antérieur (Past Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Futur Antérieur (Future Anterior) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Subjonctif Présent (Subjunctive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Subjonctif Passé (Subjunctive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Subjonctif Imparfait (Subjunctive Imperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Subjonctif Plus-que-parfait (Subjunctive Pluperfect) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Conditionnel Présent (Conditional Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Conditionnel Passé (Conditional Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Conditionnel Passé II (Conditional Past II) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

L’impératif Présent (Imperative Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

L’impératif Passé (Imperative Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

L’infinitif Présent (Infinitive Present) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

L’infinitif Passé (Infinitive Past) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Le Participe Présent (Present Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

Le Participe Passé (Past Participle) Tense Conjugation of the French Verb approprier

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